As the World Data Centre for Soil, ISRIC is the global reference centre for trusted soil data and knowledge. Since 1966, we advance soil awareness and provide quality-assessed information to address environmental and societal challenges. We support researchers, policymakers, and practitioners worldwide with innovative tools, standards, and capacity strengthening to build a sustainable future.
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ISRIC - World Soil Information
Focus areas
ISRIC helps society understand and preserve the world’s precious soil by focussing our knowledge and expertise in five focus areas.
Latest news and updates
Event•Africa•21 July 2026
Webinar: Highlights from the Soil Science Society of East Africa - Kenya chapter
Project update•Africa•1 July 2026
ISRIC showcases WATDEV Toolbox at project closing event
Event•Global•30 June 2026
Lecture: Fashion footprints in soil: Fiber, mining and waste
Making a difference together
ISRIC is open to partnerships with governments, non-governmental organisations, research institutions, private sector and funders. Together we can leverage our expertise and collaborate on developing unique projects.